Agency and Distributorship: Emirates Legal provides advice on the negotiation and the termination of distribution agreements in all countries of the Middle East. We develop internal standards, checklists and strategies on how to structure a market entry, how to avoid disputes, and on how to terminate existing relationships.

Incorporations: Our associates advise on and manage all stages of company registration within the UAE mainland and free zones for various businesses from small individual companies to limited liability entities with IPO potential. We draft partnership agreements, write and review company bylaws, draft and review contracts, and subcontracts. We will make incorporating your company in the UAE the least of your concerns.

Joint Ventures: We advise and assist those interested in joint ventures in the automotive industry, telecommunications, food industries, tourism and hotels, construction and engineering, IT, oil and gas, petrochemicals, as well as manufacturing, medical and pharmaceutical industries. In particular, we make certain our clients execute contracts that protect their interests.

Mergers and Acquisitions: We advise and support both local and international clients, sellers and purchasers, in all legal aspects, from the first planning phase to the completion of the transaction. In particular we advise on region specific and industry specific issues faced by our clientele here in the Middle East.

Engineering and Construction projects: Our associates offer legal advice on all matters related to the successful planning and implementation of international engineering and construction projects, particularly in the UAE. We always assess the tax related aspects of any project, and focus on the enforceability of potential legal solutions. We consider the applicable law as well as local practice and procedures, and therefore guarantee the structuring of legally flawless contracts that are also commercially viable.

Litigation and Arbitration: We know the local practice and the correct tactical approach in civil and arbitral proceedings, and have successfully defended large-value complex litigations and arbitrations. We act as briefing counsels to our local associates that appear in the UAE courts; giving our client’s seamless service.

Retainer: We also offer our services for a monthly retainer to companies in the UAE. We review all agreements, assist in negotiations with foreign partners, advise in structuring deals and provide all necessary legal support.

Presently, we are the lead counsels for a number of well known Middle Eastern and Asian companies. We are advising them on deals ranging from US $ 300 million to over US $2 billion. We are also representing developers and investors developers in arbitration proceedings before Dubai International Arbitration Center.